He added: "When you have a physical thing it affects you mentally and you start to question yourself and your ability.

"There is a muscular injury but going through that trauma has pushed me back mentally. As a person if I can't give 100% then I'd rather not let myself or the team down. It's disappointing and tough but necessary for me."

Kieswetter says he is unsure what his next career move will be but admitted he was now looking forward to watching his former team-mates from the stands.

"You'll probably see me on the sidelines with a cider in my hand," he added. "There are a few options. I'll take some time off and work out what I want to do and where I want to be."